Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician; Pre-LVT; Small Animal Emergency

The Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) is seeking a Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team while actively pursuing an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology degree. Working under the supervision of experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians and veterinarians, this role provides hands-on clinical support in a fast-paced teaching hospital environment. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, laboratory procedures, clinical preparation, client service, and maintaining organized, efficient clinical spaces.

This position offers a valuable opportunity to develop practical veterinary nursing skills while contributing to exceptional patient care and advancing toward veterinary technician licensure.

• Assist with patient care activities, including physical exams, low-stress handling and restraint, medication administration, and patient transport.
• Support diagnostic and treatment procedures through laboratory sample collection, processing, and clinical area preparation.
• Provide excellent client service by assisting with appointments, consultations, and patient discharges.
• Maintain organized clinical operations through stocking supplies, sanitizing work spaces, and completing basic electronic medical record (ezyVet) tasks.

Employees working in the hospital must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire, which will be paid for by the department.

• High school diploma with six months of basic animal handling experience.
• Accepted and enrolled in an AVMA accredited associates' degree in veterinary technology distant learning program. The preferred program is SUNY Delhi with consideration to other programs, such as Penn Foster.
• Must successfully obtain Veterinary Technology degree within three years with consistent enrollment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions, complete assigned tasks independently, and seek clarification when needed.
• Working knowledge of basic veterinary medicine concepts, including vaccinations, laboratory testing, common diseases, medical terminology, and animal behavior.
• Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical record systems, including ezyVet.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to receive, apply, and respond positively to feedback.
• Ability to stand, kneel, lift, and safely restrain animals weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as needed under the supervision of a veterinarian or Licensed Veterinary Technician.

• This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY.
• We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position.

While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks.

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Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used at your discretion
• An award-winning employer provided benefits program
  • Comprehensive health care options
  • Access to wellness programs
  • Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
  • Generous retirement contributions
  • Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program

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Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

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Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician

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$23.40 - $24.28

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